Barbara PalmerOct 14, 20213 minAction to WordsAction to words. My friend’s daughter published a book. She is 16. And she made the Amazon Bestseller List. The book is powerful and...
Barbara PalmerJul 1, 20213 minPrioritiesPriorities. The phone rings. “This is the high school. There is nothing to be worried about.” I’m not worried, I don’t have a child at...
Barbara PalmerMar 31, 20212 minMomMy mother turns 80 today. As I reflect on my relationship with her, I thought I would share what I have learned, directly and in...
Barbara PalmerNov 17, 20203 minMind-FULL-nessUninspired. Like you, my world has gotten very small. I’m a hugger with few I am allowed to hug. A traveler not allowed to venture. ...
Barbara PalmerSep 18, 20204 minBoundariesBoundaries. It has never been more important to establish and try to hold boundaries. I emphasize ‘try’ because there may be times or...
Barbara PalmerSep 1, 20203 minTitheThe concept of tithing to a religious organization has always been tied to donations, but recently (and oddly, I might add), I have been...
Barbara PalmerAug 20, 20202 minFor NowFor Now. Powerful words that help with perspective and preparation. As a self-described realist, ‘for now’ allows me to be present, but...
Barbara PalmerAug 7, 20202 minI'm TiredI’m Tired. I imagine you are tired too. Clients, partners, friends, and family, I hear similar stories on each call: lack of motivation,...
Barbara PalmerJul 16, 20203 minDelegation @Home + @WorkOne of my favorite training modules is on Delegation. The tips are actionable both @home and @work, with co-workers, partners, and kids....
Barbara PalmerJun 1, 20203 minLead in This MomentA client reached out today asking for wisdom for this time. I immediately said that I didn’t think I had any. Like many of you, I spent...
Barbara PalmerMay 26, 20202 min1950's Family ValuesWhat is old is new again.I have been struck lately by the way friends and colleagues have been describing the past 2 months.
Barbara PalmerApr 30, 20201 minPermissionYou have permission. I am not a therapist or grief counselor. I am not a mental health professional. I am a coach and I often help people...
Barbara PalmerApr 24, 20201 minMake Your BedGrowing up, we were required to make our bed. Not after we brushed our teeth or showered; the minute our feet hit the ground. It's ironic...
Barbara PalmerApr 17, 20203 minStay@"Home"There has been a lot written about self-quarantine interpersonal dynamics: feelings of isolation by those home alone, not enough...
Barbara PalmerApr 7, 20201 minNot a Normal FridayIt's Friday. Not a normal Friday, but a Friday which normally would mean eating out either tonight or sometime over the weekend. If it...
Barbara PalmerMar 31, 20202 minLive Your ValuesThese are extraordinary times. We are each being challenged in ways we could not have imagined even a few short weeks ago. And it is...
Barbara PalmerMar 8, 20202 minWork From HomeWith more companies closing offices and requiring workers work from home, it occurred to me that not everyone is adept at this paradigm...
Barbara PalmerMar 6, 20201 minSpring ForwardMore daylight awaits with the changing of the clocks this weekend which may impact your child's sleep habits.
Barbara PalmerFeb 7, 20202 minThe magic of "What if..."What If... What if you could get to your desired outcome by redirecting a conversation, without having to say no? What if two simple...
Barbara PalmerDec 17, 20192 minWin Bucket When we are children, parents use a sticker chart or marble jar to reward desired behavior. Do something right, earn a sticker or marble.